Homestead Hospital Imaging Services

Pastrana Bariatrics, located in Homestead, FL, specializes in surgical weight management solutions tailored to individual patient needs. Led by Dr. Pastrana, the practice offers a comprehensive range of general surgery options, including expertise in the Stretta procedure for acid reflux. The clinic is dedicated to addressing the serious health impacts of morbid obesity, providing patients with effective weight loss surgery to help resolve obesity-related comorbidities such as hypertension, diabetes, and sleep apnea. With a focus on improving health outcomes, Pastrana Bariatrics is committed to guiding patients towards achieving a healthier body. Generated from the website

Dan Ruiz, M.D., specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of conditions affecting the lower digestive tract, including the colon, rectum and anus. He is highly skilled in all methods of colon and rectal surgery, including laparoscopic minimally invasive surgery. In addition, he is highly proficient in a wide array of general surgery as well as upper digestive tract procedures. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed research publications on surgical techniques and published more than 40 abstracts in medical journals and several book chapters. He has given nearly 60 oral or poster presentations in his specialty at national and international surgical conferences. In addition to being a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Dr. Ruiz is a member of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and the Society of American Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Surgeons.

Michael Yurubi, D.O., is a board-certified family medicine and sports medicine physician, specializing in the prevention, diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment muscular-skeletal system injuries. He is fluent in English and Spanish.Prior to joining Baptist Health in in 2022, Dr. Yurubi completed his primary care sports medicine fellowship for Baptist Health Orthopedic Institute, part of Baptist Health Orthopedic Care. During his fellowship, he researched ortho-biologics and platelet-rich plasma. Dr. Yurubi uses ultrasound guided procedures to provide the most innovative and effective care for his patients. He is a contributor to residency telemedicine curriculum development and is an active member of the American Osteopathic Academy of Sports Medicine, American Medical Society of Sports Medicine, American College of Sports Medicine and the American Association of Family Practice. Dr. Yurubi’s care philosophy is patient-centered, understanding that patients play a crucial role in treatment decisions. He provides individualized treatment plans based on patients’ goals and a strong understanding of their lifestyle. When he is not treating patients, Dr. Yurubi enjoys spending time with friends and family, exercising and traveling.